HC Deb 13 February 1997 vol 290 cc275-6W
Mr. David Atkinson

To ask the Parliamentary Secretary, Lord Chancellor's Department if he will make a statement on the effect of his Department's policies on the residents of Bournemouth since 1992, with special reference to the effects of changes in the resources provided in real terms. [14944]

Mr. Streeter

On 2 December 1996, the new Bournemouth combined court centre was opened. The court provides improved facilities for both court users and staff in Bournemouth. This includes the Probate Service, which has previously used accommodation at the magistrates courts.

More broadly, while some of the policies of the Lord Chancellor's Department may have a particular effect in certain localities, they are generally designed to benefit the population at large.